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Patients Risk Care Denial for Hostile Behavior at MA Hospital
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Milford Regional Medical Center in Massachusetts has introduced a new conduct policy stating that patients could be denied medical care for displaying offensive behavior, including inappropriate body language or tone of voice. The policy covers a range of inappropriate behaviors, such as offensive comments about race, religion, gender and…
Free Weekend at Bay Cliff: SAIL Extends Invitation to Veterans & Families
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The Superior Alliance for Independent Living (SAIL) will host a veteran community and family weekend…
US Agriculture Dept. Gives $3.5M for Wisconsin Biofuels Access
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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is awarding $3,512,180 in grants to increase the availability of…
Revitalizing Vital Patient Care in Military Health System
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The Department of Defense (DOD) has ordered the Military Health System (MHS) to stabilize its operations due to challenges in healthcare delivery. DOD aims to improve access to care in military hospitals, increase clinical readiness, and reattract patients by stabilizing the workforce and increasing medical personnel. In addition, the DOD…
Improved Health Care, Not Just More Insurance for CA’s Youth
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The children's advocacy group Children Now rated California with an A-minus for providing health…
Top 10 Priciest Ann Arbor Homes Sold, Jan 8-14
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In the last week, 25 residential real estate sales were recorded in Ann Arbor with an average price of…
Oregon Governor Declares Emergency Due to Winter Storm
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A state of emergency has been declared in Oregon due to a winter ice storm that caused 13 deaths, widespread damage, and power outages. Multiple counties have already declared states of emergency due to the storm, with the statewide declaration making it easier to access federal funding and support. Six individuals died from suspected…
CT’s Top Health Care Priorities for 2024 Legislative Session Unveiled
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Lawmakers in Connecticut are set to debate significant health care reforms during the legislative session…
Daycare Evacuated Before Fiery Blast Destroys Nearby Building
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A gas explosion occurred above a Washington D.C. daycare center, causing a fire and leading to the…
US Study Reveals Racial Disparities in Children’s Healthcare
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According to a study published in The Lancet Child and Adolescent Health, children of color in the U.S. are less likely than their white peers to receive equal treatment in the healthcare system. The study, which reviewed dozens of previous researches, found disparities in care across all pediatric specialties and races, with children of…